Based on a famous Chinese folktale, The Magic Pillow tells the story of a poor boy named Ping who is given a magic pillow by a mysterious magician. Ping sees what a lifetime of wealth and power would be like, and discovers that the riches of family and freedom are much more valuable.
Related: China, Folklore and Fairy Tales, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9)
- ISBN: 9781416924708
- Author: Demi
- Illustrator: Demi
- Published: 2008, Margaret K. McElderry
- Themes: Contentment, Dream, Family, happiness, Magic, power, wealth
- Descriptors: China, Folklore and Fairy Tales, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9)
- No. of pages: 40